Lead Two-Year-Old Teacher — Nurturing Play & Growth

Little Endeavors Child Development Center; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Endeavors Learning Center is seeking a warm, dependable Lead Teacher for the two-year-old classroom. You will guide joyful exploration and early learning in a welcoming, home-like environment where children feel safe, cared for, and excited to learn through play.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining supervision and health practices, communicating with families, and collaborating with the teaching team. Pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for or teaching young children preferred.
• Dependable and patient with toddlers.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to maintain a safe, engaging classroom and follow center procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, nurturing care for children in the two-year-old classroom.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities that encourage language, movement, creativity, and early learning.
• Support children as they build independence, social skills, and positive routines.
• Maintain active supervision and follow health and safety practices throughout the day.
• Communicate with families about children’s daily experiences, progress, and needs.
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and inviting.
• Complete classroom documentation and daily care routines.
• Work collaboratively with families and the teaching team.

Skills

Two-year-old care

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

Little Endeavors Learning Center is seeking a warm, dependable Lead Teacher for the two-year-old classroom. You will guide joyful exploration and early learning in a welcoming, home-like environment where children feel safe, cared for, and excited to learn through play.

Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining supervision and health practices, communicating with families, and collaborating with the teaching team. Pay is based on experience.